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USPTO advances rules governing PTAB review practices in various proceedings, improving fairness, transparency, and efficiency

Comments on proposed rules relating to discretionary denials of parallel and serial petitions and petitions implicating prior art

USPTO seeks to formalize enhanced and streamlined Director Review process through rulemaking

NPRM announced to advance our goal of ensuring fair, transparent, and efficient procedures throughout the PTAB

USPTO issues guidance concerning the use of AI tools by parties and practitioners

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